1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
